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Read article: Nuclear reactor reconstructed in 3D using muon imaging Imaging Research update Nuclear reactor reconstructed in 3D using muon imaging The technique could be extended to non-destructively image other large objects
Read article: New technique produces colour X-ray images quickly and efficiently Imaging Research update New technique produces colour X-ray images quickly and efficiently Nuclear medicine and radiology, as well non-destructive industrial testing and materials analysis, could benefit
Read article: Robotic system uses multispectral imaging and artificial intelligence to search for earthquake victims Imaging Blog Robotic system uses multispectral imaging and artificial intelligence to search for earthquake victims Prototype is an improvement on previous imaging systems, say researchers
Read article: Satellites observe highest volcano plume ever Earth sciences Research update Satellites observe highest volcano plume ever New work sheds light on how volcanic eruptions affect the climate and could help us better understand processes occurring in the Earth’s mesosphere
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